Leeds star Donald hails Sinfield after Grand Final triumph

Leeds wing Scott Donald hailed skipper Kevin Sinfield as the best in the business as he picked up his third straight Super League crown.

The 29-year-old former Manly wing is renowned for his try-scoring abilities but was called into action in defence to ensure the Rhinos continued their Old Trafford dominance over Saints with an 18-10 win in the Grand Final on Saturday.

Leeds have now beaten St Helens in the last three Super League finals and Donald was quick to praise inspirational captain Sinfield, who picked up the Harry Sutherland trophy for his man-of-the-match performance.

“Kev really is Mr Consistent and he performs like that week in week out as well as when it matters in finals,” Donald said.

“He was absolutely awesome and he proved to be the difference between the sides. To win three in a row is something I couldn’t have even dreamed about when I left Australia.

MANCHESTER, England, Sunday AFP